Suppose a Decrease in the Supply of Bottled Water Results

question 54

Multiple Choice

Suppose a decrease in the supply of bottled water results in a decrease in revenue.What does this indicate?

• A)That the demand for bottled water is inelastic in the price range considered.
• B)That the demand for bottled water is elastic in the price range considered.
• C)That the supply of bottled water is inelastic in the price range considered.
• D)That the supply of bottled water is elastic in the price range considered.

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